Specifications

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quickstart guide
SWAMP(I)-24X8
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QUICKSTART DOC. 7050E (2028551) 09.14
Sonnex
®
Multiroom Audio System
SWAMP(I)-24X8
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Introduction
The SWAMP-24X8 and SWAMPI-24X8 are the centerpieces of a fully scalable audio distribution system that delivers
high-output audiophile sound quality to every room with significantly reduced cabling, low power consumption, advanced
DSP, and integrator-friendly setup.
The SWAMP-24X8 and SWAMPI-24X8 are functionally identical. For simplicity within this guide, the term “SWAMP-24X8”
is used except where noted.
For details, refer to the SWAMP(I)-24X8 Operations Guide,
Doc. 7049.
Connect Balanced/Unbalanced Audio Sources
Four balanced/unbalanced audio inputs are provided, utilizing 5-pin terminal block connectors. For
connection details, refer to the following diagrams.
Bridge Speaker Outputs (Optional)
Bridge speaker outputs to deliver more power to the speakers (8 ohm speakers only).
NOTE: If speaker outputs are to be bridged, they must be configured for bridged operation using the
Installer Mode menu or Sonnex Tools. For more information, refer to section π “Configuration” on
page 2.
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G
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+
+
Balanced
Input
Shield
Source L
Source R
L R
Jumpers
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G
+ -
+
+
Unbalanced
Input
Source L
Source R
Shield
Shield
L R
1
2
LEFTRIGHT RIGHT
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LEFT
Connect Sonnex Link Devices
To increase the number of output zones, the SWAMP-24X8 can connect to Sonnex expanders via
shielded CAT5e cable. Up to eight Sonnex expanders can be connected to one SWAMP-24X8.
NOTE: When connecting a SWAMP-24X8 to a Sonnex expander, Crestron
®
recommends using
Crestron DM-CBL-8G or high-quality CAT5e shielded twisted-pair cable (sold separately). Shielded
connectors such as the DM-8G-CONN (sold separately) must be used.
NOTE: When the SWAMP-24X8 is connected to a control system by Cresnet
®
, only one Sonnex
expander can be connected.
Connect the Device
Make connections to the SWAMP-24X8 as shown in the following diagram.
WARNING: This amplifier is capable of delivering immense amounts of undistorted power to the loudspeakers. Please
use caution and adequate ear protection if listening to content at high volume levels as continued exposure to high
sound pressure levels can cause permanent hearing impairment or loss.
CAUTION: Keep the device unplugged until all the input, network, and speaker wiring is complete.
CAUTION: Check the speaker wires for shorts and frayed wiring around the SPEAKER OUTPUTS connectors.
NOTE: When installing the SWAMP24X8, a dedicated 15 amp circuit is strongly recommended. When installing the
SWAMPI-24X8, a dedicated 10 amp circuit is strongly recommended.
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Hardware Hookup
POWER:
From Line Voltage
ANALOG SOURCES:
From Analog Audio Sources
DIGITAL OUT:
To Sonnex
Expanders
SPDIF SOURCES:
From Digital
Audio Sources
SPDIF OUT:
To Digital Audio
Receiver
SPEAKER OUTPUTS:
To Speakers or SAT-70V/100V Sonnex Output Transformer
LAN:
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Ethernet to LAN
NET:
To Cresnet Devices
Ground
Speaker Connections
Make speaker connections to the SWAMP-24X8 as shown in the following diagram.
NOTE: If the SAT-70V/100V Sonnex
®
Output Transformer is connected to a speaker
terminal, use the SAT-70V/100V profile built into the Sonnex Tools application to configure
a high-pass filter on the zone that is connected to the SAT-70V/100V. For details, refer to
the Sonnex Tools help file.
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R
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L